Best Restaurants in Chandler (2025)

Arizona’s only Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star restaurant delivers a powerful taste of the Gila River Indian Community, weaving Akimel O’odham and Pee-Posh traditions into contemporary tasting menus. Regularly honored by Forbes and James Beard, it’s a true destination.

Set inside a restored 1939 cottage, this upscale spot pairs polished service with seasonal American cooking and craft cocktails. Praised by local food critics and OpenTable diners, it’s a go-to for anniversaries, business dinners, and special nights downtown.

A downtown staple known for chef-driven shareable plates and serious cocktails. Recognized by Phoenix New Times for standout bar food, it’s where locals gather for inventive bites, brunch, and a lively, historic setting.

Family-owned by Dean and Lorie Laplant since 2010, this downtown fixture plates classic steaks, chops, and seafood with a Midwestern supper-club spirit. Frequently highlighted by Phoenix New Times as an anchor of the dining district.

A family-run Japanese standard-bearer since 2003, now with omakase, pristine sashimi, and Wagyu touches. Celebrated by Eater Phoenix and profiled by Visit Chandler, it’s where precision technique meets warm neighborhood service.

Modern Indian from chef Karan Mittal marries seasonal Arizona sourcing with high-craft techniques. Featured by Eater Phoenix and named among Phoenix New Times’ Top 100, it’s a polished, adventurous take on regional Indian flavors.

A Chandler institution since 1974, still run by the founding family and beloved for red and green chile, fry bread, and old-school burritos. Lauded by Phoenix New Times for its enduring, community-first spirit and comforting Mexican-American classics.

Local, family-operated since the ’90s and famous for pizza muffins, community fundraisers, and a steady stream of specials. Frequently covered by local food media, it’s a relaxed slice of Chandler tradition.

A charming downtown cheese bar and kitchen with artisan boards, sandwiches, and a smart wine list. Profiled by Phoenix New Times and praised by locals for sourcing and hospitality, it’s ideal for leisurely grazing or light dinner.

Longstanding, family-run spot turning out crowd-pleasers like island chicken, Singapore noodles, and giant pork egg rolls. Covered by Phoenix New Times and local writers, it’s fast, friendly, and deeply woven into the neighborhood.

South Chandler’s lively, independent dinner-and-brunch hangout with a cocktail-first mindset and live music on weekends. Well-supported by the Chandler Chamber and local press, it’s a polished but relaxed neighborhood pick.